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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $280-$397
Delta
Sun 10/14Sat 10/20
MKE - ILM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$304
Typical prices: $173-$443
American Airlines
Sun 10/21
MKE - ILM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Wilmington. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $232 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington (MKE-ILM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Wilmington

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
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2:59 pm - 11:09 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:24 pm - 8:21 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$271Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 2:20 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
6h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
12:11 pm - 6:31 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$291American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 11:09 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:20 am - 11:29 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$291Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:03 am - 1:39 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:15 pm - 11:53 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$307Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 4
Delta Logo
7:03 am - 1:39 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 11:53 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$327Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
5:08 am - 11:41 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
5h 33m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 11:38 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$334American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 10:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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6:00 am - 10:48 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 48m1 stop Newark
$344United Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 12:08 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:11 pm - 11:57 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$348American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
10:42 am - 10:59 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
11h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:11 pmILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
10h 11m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:58 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-ILM Wilmington New Hanover County
4h 58m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:48 amILM  Wilmington New Hanover County-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 48m1 stop Newark
$620United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Wilmington flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington start at $271. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $280 to $397. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $271 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Wilmington, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 100% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Wilmington at $255 round-trip.
  • June ($394) and September ($370) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Milwaukee to Wilmington flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$304
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
Flight from Milwaukee to Wilmington

When to book flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Milwaukee to Wilmington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Milwaukee to Wilmington flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

    Flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington pass through?

    One-stop flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Milwaukee to Wilmington route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $287 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $665, a difference of $378. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Wilmington takes 0h 00m, covering 805 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Milwaukee to Wilmington changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $271 to $2,271. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Milwaukee to Wilmington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Wilmington are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $345, which is 23% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Milwaukee to Wilmington?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 20m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 26m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Milwaukee and Wilmington?

    Wilmington is 1 hour ahead of Milwaukee (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM)?

    Wilmington New Hanover County Airport (ILM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Milwaukee to Wilmington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Wilmington range from $280 to $397, with an average of $331 over the past 12 months. Anything below $280 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Wilmington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $287 - about $378 less than Sunday (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Wilmington trip for February. Fares historically average $255 round-trip in that month - typically $139 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Wilmington New Hanover County Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson,Wilmington, NC

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